{"product_id":"1803319-2-inch-black-ball-mount-kit-with-2-inch-shank-and-4-inch-drop-cotter-pin-hitch","title":"1803319 - 2 Inch Black Ball Mount Kit With 2 Inch Shank And 4 Inch Drop-Cotter Pin Hitch","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuyers Products Ball Mount Kits come in a pre-packaged and pre-assembled kit containing a ready-to-install ball mount, ball, and hitch pin. Choose from a range of sizes and drop\/rise dimensions. Rated at 6,000 lb, the mounts feature a two-piece welded construction and a corrosion-resistant chrome or black powder-coated finish. The kits come in packages of three.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse; width:100%; font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eBall Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eBall Finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eChrome\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003ePowder-Coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eHitch Pin Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e5\/8??? hitch pin w\/cotter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eLength (in.)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e10.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eM.G.T.W. (lbs)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e7,500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eM.V.L. (lbs)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e750\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; background:#f9fafb;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eCarbon Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align=\" left padding:6px border:1px solid background:\u003eMaximum Drop (in.)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e4.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align=\" left padding:6px border:1px solid background:\u003eMaximum Rise (in.)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e2.75\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align=\" left padding:6px border:1px solid background:\u003eReceiver Tube Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e2.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align=\" left padding:6px border:1px solid background:\u003eShank Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 10px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eTubular\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe 2 Inch Black Ball Mount Kit: Precision Towing Engineered for Performance and Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Buyers Products 2 Inch Black Ball Mount Kit, featuring a 2 Inch Shank and a 4 Inch Drop, is an expertly engineered towing solution designed for robust performance, uncompromising safety, and long-term reliability. This pre-assembled and pre-packaged kit embodies a commitment to operational efficiency, presenting a complete, ready-to-install system right out of the box. Tailored for professional applications and discerning private users, this ball mount kit offers a formidable 7,500 lb. Maximum Gross Trailer Weight (M.G.T.W.) and a 750 lb. Maximum Vertical Load (M.V.L.), making it exceptionally suitable for a diverse range of towing tasks, from utility trailers and boat trailers to small recreational vehicles and various cargo transport applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvanced Engineering and Material Science\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the core of this ball mount's superior performance is its meticulous construction. Fabricated from high-grade carbon steel, the mount benefits from an inherent strength-to-weight ratio crucial for dynamic towing stresses. Carbon steel, renowned for its exceptional tensile strength and fatigue resistance, ensures that the ball mount can withstand the rigorous demands of heavy loads and varying road conditions without compromising structural integrity. The two-piece welded construction technique employed in its manufacture is a testament to precision engineering. This method guarantees robust structural bonds, eliminating potential points of weakness and distributing load forces efficiently across the entire assembly. Each weld is executed to exacting standards, contributing to the mount's overall rigidity and long-term durability under strenuous operational conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish of the ball mount further exemplifies its design for endurance. A black powder-coat finish is applied to the carbon steel body, providing a formidable barrier against environmental degradation. Powder coating is a superior finishing process compared to conventional liquid painting; it involves electrostatically applying a dry powder, which is then cured under heat to form a hard, durable layer. This resilient coating offers exceptional resistance to chipping, scratching, abrasion, and, critically, corrosion. In towing environments often exposed to moisture, road salt, gravel, and UV radiation, this protective layer ensures the aesthetic appeal and structural integrity of the ball mount are preserved over extended periods, minimizing maintenance requirements and extending service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePrecision Dimensionality for Optimal Trailer Leveling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA critical aspect of safe and efficient towing is maintaining a level trailer, which prevents undue stress on the tow vehicle, trailer, and hitch components, while also ensuring proper weight distribution and handling. This kit is specifically designed with a 4.00-inch maximum drop, a dimension meticulously calculated to accommodate a wide array of tow vehicle and trailer combinations where the trailer coupler sits lower than the receiver hitch on the tow vehicle. This drop ensures that the trailer tracks level with the ground, optimizing stability, tire wear, and braking performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eComplementing its primary drop configuration, the ball mount also offers a 2.75-inch maximum rise when inverted. This dual functionality underscores its versatility, allowing users to adapt the mount to situations where the trailer coupler may sit higher than the tow vehicle's receiver. This thoughtful design eliminates the need for multiple ball mounts, providing a flexible solution for varying towing requirements. The precise 10.00-inch overall length of the mount is engineered to provide adequate clearance between the trailer and the tow vehicle, preventing interference during turns and maneuvers, while also minimizing the leverage effect on the hitch receiver, contributing to enhanced stability and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRobust Coupling: The 2-Inch Chrome Ball\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included 2-inch diameter hitch ball is a standard size compatible with a vast majority of conventional trailers, ensuring broad applicability. This ball is manufactured with precision and finished with a durable chrome plating. Chrome plating is not merely aesthetic; it significantly enhances the wear resistance and corrosion protection of the ball. The hard, smooth surface of chrome reduces friction during coupling and uncoupling, minimizing wear on both the ball and the trailer coupler. Furthermore, chrome provides an excellent defense against rust and pitting, critical for maintaining the integrity of the crucial connection point between the vehicle and the trailer, especially when exposed to harsh weather conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSecure Attachment: The 2-Inch Shank and Cotter Pin Hitch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ball mount features a 2-inch tubular shank, designed for seamless integration with Class III and Class IV hitch receivers. This common receiver size signifies the mount's capacity for substantial towing loads. The tubular construction of the shank provides exceptional torsional rigidity and strength, efficiently transferring the trailer's tongue weight and pulling forces to the tow vehicle's frame. Securing the ball mount within the receiver is a robust 5\/8-inch hitch pin accompanied by a cotter pin. This classic and highly reliable securing mechanism ensures a positive lock, preventing the ball mount from dislodging during operation. The cotter pin acts as a secondary safety retainer, holding the hitch pin firmly in place and providing visual confirmation of a secure connection, a fundamental aspect of towing safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaximum Gross Trailer Weight (M.G.T.W.) and Maximum Vertical Load (M.V.L.)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderstanding and adhering to the specified load capacities is paramount for safe towing. This Buyers Products Ball Mount Kit is rigorously rated for a Maximum Gross Trailer Weight (M.G.T.W.) of 7,500 lbs. This rating represents the total weight of the fully loaded trailer, including its cargo and all accessories. It is imperative that the combined weight of the trailer and its contents does not exceed this figure. Furthermore, the kit boasts a Maximum Vertical Load (M.V.L.), commonly known as tongue weight, of 750 lbs. The tongue weight is the downward force exerted by the trailer tongue onto the hitch ball. Maintaining the correct tongue weight—typically between 10% to 15% of the M.G.T.W.—is crucial for trailer stability, preventing sway, and ensuring optimal handling characteristics of the tow vehicle. Exceeding either of these ratings can lead to catastrophic equipment failure, loss of control, and severe accidents. Users are advised to verify their trailer's M.G.T.W. and tongue weight with a scale to ensure compatibility and safe operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Advantage of a Pre-Packaged and Pre-Assembled Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"kit\" designation of this product highlights its user-centric design. Unlike individual components that require separate sourcing and assembly, the Buyers Products Ball Mount Kit arrives pre-packaged and pre-assembled. This means the ball mount, hitch ball, and hitch pin are all included and ready for immediate installation. This convenience translates into significant time savings for installers and end-users, reducing labor costs and eliminating the potential for compatibility issues that can arise when piecing together a towing system from disparate components. For commercial entities or fleet managers, the availability of these kits in packages of three further streamlines procurement and inventory management, ensuring a consistent supply of high-quality towing equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications and Versatility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven its robust construction and significant load ratings, this 2-inch black ball mount kit is an ideal solution for a broad spectrum of towing applications. Its 7,500 lb. M.G.T.W. positions it perfectly for towing medium to heavy-duty utility trailers, car haulers, boat trailers, and various enclosed cargo trailers. The specific 4-inch drop and 2.75-inch rise capabilities make it highly adaptable to different vehicle suspension heights and trailer coupler heights, ensuring optimal trailer leveling across diverse towing setups. Whether for agricultural use, construction, recreational adventures, or general hauling, this ball mount kit provides the necessary strength and versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuality Assurance and Compliance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuyers Products maintains stringent quality control standards throughout the manufacturing process, from raw material sourcing to final assembly and packaging. Each component of this ball mount kit is subjected to rigorous testing to ensure it meets or exceeds industry performance and safety benchmarks. The use of carbon steel, robust welding techniques, and advanced powder coating are all integral to delivering a product that offers unwavering reliability and compliance with recognized towing standards. This commitment to quality assures end-users of a dependable and safe towing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance and Longevity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile engineered for durability, proper maintenance will further extend the operational lifespan of the 2 Inch Black Ball Mount Kit. Regular inspection for signs of wear, cracks, or corrosion is recommended, particularly after heavy use or exposure to harsh environmental conditions. The black powder-coat finish and chrome-plated ball are designed to resist corrosion, but occasional cleaning with mild soap and water, followed by thorough drying, will help maintain their protective properties. Storing the ball mount in a dry environment when not in use can also contribute to its longevity. The simple design of the cotter pin hitch facilitates easy removal and re-installation for cleaning and inspection, ensuring the securing mechanism remains free of debris and fully functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConclusion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Buyers Products 2 Inch Black Ball Mount Kit with its 2 Inch Shank and 4 Inch Drop, secured by a Cotter Pin Hitch, represents a meticulously engineered and highly reliable solution for demanding towing applications. Its robust carbon steel construction, precision welding, and advanced black powder-coat finish provide exceptional strength and corrosion resistance. The inclusion of a chrome-finished 2-inch ball and a secure 5\/8-inch hitch pin with cotter ensures a complete, ready-to-use assembly. With an impressive M.G.T.W. of 7,500 lbs and M.V.L. of 750 lbs, combined with versatile drop and rise capabilities, this kit offers the perfect blend of performance, safety, and convenience for professionals and enthusiasts alike. Opting for this pre-packaged, pre-assembled kit from Buyers Products signifies an investment in a high-quality towing component designed for sustained, heavy-duty service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"buyersproductscompany","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62449434198387,"sku":"1803319","price":40.72,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/9513\/9187\/files\/1803306_BackEnd_e5fdd8ac-bfc8-490c-adaa-009b22d11957.jpg?v=1768840173","url":"https:\/\/titustrucksaccessories.com\/products\/1803319-2-inch-black-ball-mount-kit-with-2-inch-shank-and-4-inch-drop-cotter-pin-hitch","provider":"Titus Trucks Accessories ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}